BMW 3.0 CS E9 (1971)
BMW 3.0 CS E9 (1971) in Polaris Metallic, Classic Data rating 2+, family-owned for 23 years
Overview
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by Louis KalendruschatThis E9 has many of the features that collectors and enthusiasts are looking for: the classic Polaris Metallic color combination with a beautiful blue velour interior, manual transmission, and excellent condition. A Classic Data rating of 2+ confirms the high standard of this car. The 3.0 CS and CSi models are among the most sought-after BMW classics due to their elegance and legendary inline six-cylinder engine, and the model offered here is no exception—everything about it is just right!
A 1971 BMW 3.0 CS (E9) is for sale in Polaris Metallic with dark blue velour interior.
Highlights:
- Very attractive color combination
- Manual transmission
- Family-owned for 23 years
- Very well-maintained vehicle
- Classic Data rating from 09/2018 with a grade of 2+ available
- New service recently performed (February 2026) – invoice available
- The car was restored in 1995 (including repainting and seat fabric replacement) - a rating from that time attests to the car's grade 1-
- TÜV until February 2028
General information about the vehicle
- Year of manufacture: 1971
- First registration: Italy, 1971
- Location: 47929 Grefrath, Germany
- Number of vehicle owners: unknown (current owner since 2003)
- No accidents under current ownership
- Registered
- H license plate
- TÜV until 02/2028
- Ready to drive
Model history
The BMW E9 was produced from 1968 to 1975 as a sporty luxury coupe. The series was based on the BMW 2000 C / 2000 CS, with the body manufactured by Karmann. Initially introduced as the 2800 CS, the model was replaced in 1971 by the 3.0 CS and 3.0 CSi variants. The 3.0 CS had an enlarged 2,986 cm³ inline six-cylinder engine with twin carburetors and produced 180 hp. From 1971 to 1975, around 4,455 units of the 3.0 CS were produced.
Facts
Exterior & interior:
- Exterior color: Polaris Metallic
- Interior: dark blue velour upholstery, very good condition with only minimal age-related signs of wear
- The car was completely repainted in 1995
Engine and transmission:
- 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder engine with 180 hp (132 kW)
- Manual transmission
- Last service: 02/2026
Mileage:
- Mileage: 82,575 km (as read)
- Mileage partially verifiable (in recent years)
Documentation:
- German vehicle documents
- TÜV reports
- Classic Data evaluation (09/2018, grade 2+)
- Older evaluation from 1997 (grade 1-)
- Invoices
Tires, brakes, bodywork & underbody:
- Tires: good tread
- Brakes: good condition – brakes were checked during recent inspection
- Bodywork: good condition with minor age-related signs of wear
- Underbody: good condition, no rust-through known
- Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insights into the condition of the vehicle
Known defects:
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- There are no known defects.
- Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insights into the condition of the vehicle.
Summary:
For sale is a 1971 BMW 3.0 CS (E9) in Polaris Metallic with blue velour interior. The vehicle was originally delivered in Italy. The car was restored in 1995 and is now in very good condition. The BMW is registered, has an H license plate and TÜV until February 2028, and is ready to drive immediately. A Classic Data rating of 2+ underscores its attractive overall appearance. With a manual transmission, freshly serviced engine, and very well-preserved interior, this coupe presents itself as an ideal opportunity for lovers of classic BMW models.
Vehicle videos
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- Expert report available
- Kickdown photographer was on site
- Video of the vehicle available
- Main inspection
- Current service performed
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Questions and Comments
Technik: Der BMW E9 war ein Pkw-Modell von BMW, das zwischen Dezember 1968 und Dezember 1975 im Lohnauftrag bei Karmann im Werk Rheine gebaut wurde. Das Angebot umfasste ausschließlich Sechszylinder-Reihenmotoren mit einem Hubraum zwischen 2,5 und 3,2 Liter und einer Leistung von 150 bis 206 PS (110 bis 151 kW). Der E9 löste das ab 1965 gebaute BMW Coupé 2000 C/CA/CS der „Neuen Klasse“, auf dem er basierte, im Jahr 1968 ab. Die größte, sofort sichtbare Veränderung an der Karosserie war eine an die „BMW-Familie“ angepasste Front mit den H1-Doppelscheinwerferpaaren. Die dadurch entstandene Ähnlichkeit mit dem BMW E3 kann den Eindruck erwecken, es sei eine Coupé-Variante dieses Modells, was jedoch nicht zutrifft. Insgesamt entstanden 30.546 Wagen. Nachfolger des E9 wurde 1976 die erste 6er Baureihe (E24). LG Tom